Market Intelligence Report — WI-660

Baraboo, WI

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-WI-09
As of the latest 2026 data
Stabilizing

Median Listing

$380K
+12.6% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.54
+3.1% YoY

Active Inventory

211
+5.0% YoY

Median DOM

74 Days
+2.8% YoY

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The market in Baraboo, WI is currently stabilizing, characterized by a pending ratio of 0.54. Inventory levels show a modest year-over-year increase of 5.0%, suggesting a rebalancing of supply and demand dynamics.

Local Market Signals

Source: FRED (St. Louis Fed)

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Market Analysis

What's moving the Baraboo market right now.

Active listings have expanded by 5.0% over the past year, reaching 211 units, while new listings saw a more significant increase of 22.9%. Despite this growth in supply, the median listing price has appreciated by 12.6% year-over-year. The pending ratio currently stands at 0.54, reflecting a market that is not heavily skewed toward either rapid absorption or substantial inventory buildup.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$380K+0.2% MoM

Active Inventory

211+5.0% YoY

Days on Market

74+2.8% YoY

Sold Score™

60+3.1% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

60
Oct 23Sep 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Oct 23Sep 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Oct 23May 24Dec 24Jul 25Feb 26Sep 26

Sourced from Realtor.com RDC Inventory Core Metrics, supplemented by the Primpted research desk. Updated As of the latest 2026 data.

Market Signals & Indicators

Negotiating Leverage

Negotiating leverage is moderating as the market stabilizes. The relatively balanced pending ratio of 0.54 indicates that while properties are still moving, the pace of sales is not generating significant inventory pressure. Price discipline remains important as the market recalibrates.

Luxury Segment

The average listing price has increased by 17.1% year-over-year, while the median listing price grew by 12.6%, suggesting some stratification in price tiers. However, with median $/sqft rising by 6.7% and the median square footage remaining consistent, there is no distinct signal of a weakening luxury segment in this dataset.

Supply Dynamics

211 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 86 per month.

Pricing Pressure
15.7%

of active listings carry a price reduction, -5.1% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved +6.7% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.54

Pending-to-active ratio — Stabilizing.

Recommended For This Market

Stabilizing

Selling in Baraboo, WI? Buyer Demand Index is running at 54%.

Baraboo, WI is sitting near equilibrium. Preparation, pricing and timing decide whether a listing sells fast or lingers.

Buyer Demand Index
54%
Median Days on Market
74 days
Inventory YoY
+5%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Baraboo, WI
CBSA Code
12660
State
WI

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Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Baraboo?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Baraboo metro is classified as Stabilizing. Pending ratio is 0.54 with median days on market at 74.

  • Are home prices dropping in Baraboo?+

    Median listing price is $380K, +12.6% year over year. 15.7% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Baraboo?+

    The typical listing sits 74 days on market, a +2.8% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 86 per month.

  • What's happening in the Baraboo luxury market?+

    The average listing price has increased by 17.1% year-over-year, while the median listing price grew by 12.6%, suggesting some stratification in price tiers. However, with median $/sqft rising by 6.7% and the median square footage remaining consistent, there is no distinct signal of a weakening luxury segment in this dataset.

  • Where can I find a trusted Baraboo real estate expert?+

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Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

As of the latest 2026 data · CBSA 12660 · 36mo history